Jimmie Gilbert
Sparta
Summary
Instructional leader with over 20 years of experience in teaching, coaching, curriculum support, and professional learning. Skilled in instructional leadership, teacher development, data analysis, and school improvement initiatives. Proven ability to build collaborative teams, support student achievement growth, and foster positive school culture through relationship-centered leadership.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
District Instructional Coach
Greene County Board of Education
07.2021 - Current
- Provide instructional coaching and support to teachers through formal and informal coaching cycles
- Analyze student achievement and assessment data to support instructional decision-making
- Facilitate professional learning sessions focused on effective instructional strategies and student engagement
- Collaborate with administrators and teacher teams to strengthen curriculum implementation and instructional practices
- Support school improvement initiatives through progress monitoring and teacher capacity building
- Develop and curate instructional resources aligned to standards and district priorities
Teacher
Greene County Board of Education
07.2013 - 06.2021
- Taught grades 6–8 mathematics and Algebra I with consistent student achievement growth
- Achieved 90%+ passing rates in Algebra I from SY 2017–2018 and SY 2018-2019
- Served as team leader facilitating collaboration, instructional planning, and communication between teachers and administration
- Coordinated mentoring support for new teachers and modeled effective instructional practices
- Led professional conversations around rigorous instruction, conceptual understanding, and student engagement
- Supported data analysis and instructional planning to improve student outcomes
- Selected as District Teacher of the Year (2016)
Teacher
Hancock County Board of Education
07.2003 - 06.2013
- Taught middle grades mathematics, earth science, and physical science
- Produced the highest mathematics scores in the school with a 69% CRCT passing rate in 2007
- Mentored preservice teachers through modeling, coaching, and classroom support
- Built positive classroom culture focused on relationships, rigor, and student success
- Collaborated with school teams to improve instructional practices and student achievement
Manual Receiving Shift Supervisor
KMart Distribution Center-Forest Park
04.2001 - 12.2002
- Supervised shift operations in a high-volume distribution environment
- Led team of X employees (if applicable)
- Oversaw safety, workflow, inventory movement, or productivity targets
Commissioned Officer
US Navy
08.1995 - 12.2000
- Supervised and managed a supply shop consisting of four aviation storekeepers, ensuring operational efficiency, accountability, and team effectiveness
- Served as Division Officer in the Quality Assurance Department, supervising 6–8 sailors across multiple aviation maintenance programs
- Oversaw compliance, documentation, and quality control procedures in high-accountability operational environments
- Developed leadership, communication, conflict resolution, and organizational management skills through daily personnel supervision and program oversight
- Coordinated responsibilities, delegated tasks, and maintained mission readiness under strict timelines and expectations
Education
Ed.S. - Educational Leadership
University of Georgia
Athens, GA10-2019
Tier I - Educational Leadership
University of Georgia
Athens, GA10-2019
Ed.S. - Curriculum And Instruction
Georgia College And State University
Milledgeville, GA12-2012
M.Ed. - Middle Grades Education With A Concentration in Mathematics
Georgia College And State University
Milledgeville, GA05-2009
Teacher Certification Program - undefined
Fort Valley State University
Fort Valley, GA05-2006
Computer Science Technology - Naval Science
Savannah State University
Savannah, GA12-1995
Skills
- Pedagogical expertise
- Instructional coaching & mentoring
- Curriculum alignment
- Collaborative learning
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Innovation and creativity
- Work coordination
Certification
- Certification Number: 431938
- Educational Leadership Tier I
- Gifted in Field
- Mathematics (6-12)
- Middle Grades Math (4-8)
- Middle Grades Science (4-8)
- Reading Endorsement
- Teacher Support and Coaching Endorsement
- Coaching Endorsement
Timeline
District Instructional Coach
Greene County Board of Education
07.2021 - Current
Teacher
Greene County Board of Education
07.2013 - 06.2021
Teacher
Hancock County Board of Education
07.2003 - 06.2013
Manual Receiving Shift Supervisor
KMart Distribution Center-Forest Park
04.2001 - 12.2002
Commissioned Officer
US Navy
08.1995 - 12.2000
Teacher Certification Program - undefined
Fort Valley State University
Ed.S. - Educational Leadership
University of Georgia
Tier I - Educational Leadership
University of Georgia
Ed.S. - Curriculum And Instruction
Georgia College And State University
M.Ed. - Middle Grades Education With A Concentration in Mathematics
Georgia College And State University
Computer Science Technology - Naval Science
Savannah State University